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Written 11 March 2026 for My 1450 Poetry Soup Poetry Contest sponsored  by Brian Strand

Luminous Sanctuary


in the depth of our inner self
          lies a sanctuary bright
illumed by an untainted glowing light 
           drawing its wholesome fuel 
from the azure sky above
           where a sacred silence stretches out
the air is ever fresh
            each breeze a testament 
to whispered dreams
              like a lake reflecting the blue
 as if to blend heavens and earth
            with a divine touch
awakening the heart 
           to truths unbound

here in this luminous sanctuary
           burdens are lifted of their own
stress and stains slowly vanish
           as the spirit breathes 
in peaceful harmony
           with tender light glowing
along the ancient trails
            time flowing softly
like a gentle stream
              thoughts taking flight
like a bird soaring in the air 
            free, unrestrained, unconfined

within this haven 
           made by divine hands,
we salvage steady strength
           to seek our truest selves
with no walls to withstand
           the spirit's endless quest
as boundless boundaries blur
            between earth and sky
for in this luminous space 
           where the mindful heart glows
a sacred breath
           ignites the flame of life
in silence wisdom blooms
           lighting the paths to tread ahead

to wander here for a while 
           is to reconnect with all
 whispers of the past
           that guide our steps
the aching void 
            filled with carrying light
illuminated by stars above
 	   which remind us
of the journeys we have trodden
             each star a beacon 
on the path of faith

in communion with the stillness 
             all around and beyond
the spirit recognizes 
              every voice, every stir
the echoes of the earth and sky
             converge together
humming one resounding song
            with harmony coursing
 through the vibrant veins
            and peace shrouding the silent soul

 let us with joy embrace 
           this luminous sanctuary
with arms open wide
            welcoming the dawn
in this sacred space
            shed our chains
emerge like blossoms 
            seeking out the sun
to thrive in the glow of light 
             released and free to shine
with promises of truth 
             faith and hope restored
a refuge found 
             within the living soul
where every heartbeat 
             synchronizes love
as we reside in nature’s 
              lasting grace
an infinite connection
              pure and bright
with earth and sky converged.
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Kendrick Avatar
March 14, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Congrats on your winner. Way to go. Sara K
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